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Ringing Her Bell: A Knocked Up & Knocked Out Novella
The only thing harder than Tristan Dreth’s right hook is Ashley Cole’s impact on him. She blind-sided him in a way that no one else ever could.
By the time they realized their relationship was forbidden, it was too late. They were both already seeing stars.
Will Ashley knock-out Tristan in the first round? Or, will his mysterious and dark past help them go the distance?
By the time they realized their relationship was forbidden, it was too late. They were both already seeing stars.
Will Ashley knock-out Tristan in the first round? Or, will his mysterious and dark past help them go the distance?
120 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 23, 2018
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September 25, 2018
Ringing Her Bell is quick good read. It's told in dual POV of Ashley and Tristan. I love dual POVs because we can get into both characters heads. Tristan is a fighter, teacher, and ex military guy. He screams all alpha. Ashley is a down to earth girl. She is in her last year of college and isn't looking for a relationship. When Tristan and Ashley meet there is an instant connection. Their relationship starts out pretty steamy. They do have an obstacle to overcome in their relationship. I really enjoyed this and it's worth picking it up to read.
October 4, 2018
This is the the first book by Mitchell Paige who is the son of author, Rochelle Paige and he’s only twenty two years old. Clearly talent runs in the Paige family and I hope Mitchell continues with writing. My only complaint is there was a little too much description during the fights and the MMA jargon was confusing to me. But other than that I think he did a great job for being so young and this being his first book. Tristan Dreth is former Army now an MMA fighter who is about to start a new job as a Military History Professor at New York Metropolitan University. He’s now completely sold out, first the luxury car, then the NYC penthouse apartment, and now the job he doesn’t want. It’s his last weekend before he starts his new job so he decides to go to a local bar and have some fun. Ashley is at the bar with her friend Alex and she hasn’t stopped staring at the hot guy across the room. Alex dares her to talk to him and the next thing she knows she’s having the best night ever and she’s back at his apartment. After an amazing night of sex Tristan is surprised to wake up and find Ashley is already gone. He tries to go about his normal day but he can’t stop thinking about Ashley and all the naughty things they did together.
September 25, 2018
Tristan Dreth, former soldier now drifting. Fighting MMA, is a way to lose himself from the horror he still endures daily from his time in the service. Losing his teammates and nearly his life left him changed. Not sure in which direction he should go. His family has there own ideas on what he should be doing, and Tristan will give in but not for long.
Ashley Cole out for the night with her BBF when she spots Tristan. She can't help but stare. After a totally embarrassing introduction she flees but only to find that Tristan followed.
A night of hot and sexy times she steals out early in the morning. But she can't forget him or the night.
Imagine both their faces when they are confronted with each other again. He's her professor and she's his student.
That first glimpse of each other set everything in motion. His life changes and the direction he takes.
It was a fast read, and for a new author I think he did remarkably well.
Will be sure to read the follow up.
Ashley Cole out for the night with her BBF when she spots Tristan. She can't help but stare. After a totally embarrassing introduction she flees but only to find that Tristan followed.
A night of hot and sexy times she steals out early in the morning. But she can't forget him or the night.
Imagine both their faces when they are confronted with each other again. He's her professor and she's his student.
That first glimpse of each other set everything in motion. His life changes and the direction he takes.
It was a fast read, and for a new author I think he did remarkably well.
Will be sure to read the follow up.
September 25, 2018
4 Stars!
This is a debut for Mitchell Paige and he's totally got the spark to do big things. He's also got a way with words that keeps you hooked to the pages and wanting more long after they so turning.
Ringing Her Bell was a sexy, sweet, intense little novella that didn't let go until the pages stopped. And Tristan and Ashley... well they were quite the fierce duo in every way. Everything about them was undeniable and magnetic right from the very start. Their chemistry was smoking hot and Tristan was an alpha of our dreams.
Can't wait to see what this kid has up his sleeve next with this series.
I definitely recommend this book.
Reviewed for Renee Entress's Blog
This is a debut for Mitchell Paige and he's totally got the spark to do big things. He's also got a way with words that keeps you hooked to the pages and wanting more long after they so turning.
Ringing Her Bell was a sexy, sweet, intense little novella that didn't let go until the pages stopped. And Tristan and Ashley... well they were quite the fierce duo in every way. Everything about them was undeniable and magnetic right from the very start. Their chemistry was smoking hot and Tristan was an alpha of our dreams.
Can't wait to see what this kid has up his sleeve next with this series.
I definitely recommend this book.
Reviewed for Renee Entress's Blog
September 29, 2018
Ashley and Tristan were soooo good together. I loved this book!! Can't wait for more!
November 11, 2018
This is the authors debut and I look forward to reading more from him. I loved this story. It's told in dual POV of Ashley and Tristan.
Tristan Dreth is former Army now an MMA fighter who is about to start a new job as a Military History Professor at New York Metropolitan University. It’s his last weekend before he starts his new job so he decides to go to a local bar and have some fun. Ashley is at the bar with her friend Alex and she hasn’t stopped staring at the hot guy across the room. Alex dares her to talk to him and the next thing she knows she’s having the best night ever and she’s back at his apartment.
When Tristan and Ashley meet there is an instant connection. Their relationship starts out pretty steamy. They do have an obstacle to overcome in their relationship.
Tristan Dreth is former Army now an MMA fighter who is about to start a new job as a Military History Professor at New York Metropolitan University. It’s his last weekend before he starts his new job so he decides to go to a local bar and have some fun. Ashley is at the bar with her friend Alex and she hasn’t stopped staring at the hot guy across the room. Alex dares her to talk to him and the next thing she knows she’s having the best night ever and she’s back at his apartment.
When Tristan and Ashley meet there is an instant connection. Their relationship starts out pretty steamy. They do have an obstacle to overcome in their relationship.
November 17, 2018
Tristan is former military, having been injured and losing his entire team on his first tour. Needing to rethink his life plan, he went back to school and is now preparing for his first day as a teacher. When a sexy woman introduces herself, he's intrigued and continues the conversation even when she tries to walk away, believing she made a fool of herself.
Ashley is having a night of fun with her friend and roommate before starting college. Her eyes, as are every other woman's, are instantly drawn to him, and surprisingly, his are on her as well. They spend the night getting to know each other, in all ways.
Both are shocked to see each other in class, her the student, but as they haven't stopped thinking about their time together, and Tristan did they to call her numerous times - number mix up - they can't deny what they've found is special and decide to see where it'll lead.
Unfortunately, Tristan's new teaching assistant was him for her own and vows revenge when she doesn't get her own way.
As Tristan and Ashley's relationship quickly progresses to serious, Tristan's job is in jeopardy and he must decide to fight for a position he wasn't happy in or go after what he really wants, his career in MMA. Either way, Ashley is his.
One-click now and follow along as two people find an instant connection then, upon realizing the rules forbid them to be together, must choose what's more important. Now, on a purely personal note, I think this was a good debut by this author. He sets the scene quite well, his characters aren't at all one-dimensional, they're complete. What I didn't care for, and this is strictly a preference on my part, was Tristan's best friend is also his former girlfriend/lover, and yes, she's still a big part of his life. No. That makes me uncomfortable as I can't help but put myself in the heroine's shoes, and she'll always have a woman her man used to sleep with in their life. Secondly, the teaching assistant. I understand why she was included and the part she played, but the same objective could've been accomplished without her sending nude photos to Tristan. I don't like the fact that this man, who is in a committed relationship, is seeing a naked woman on his phone, willingly or not. Again, this is just me, though I know others will have the same issues, but I did enjoy the story overall and this author's talent is easy to see. I look forward to watching him grow and will try other books in the future. - By Elizabeth
Ashley is having a night of fun with her friend and roommate before starting college. Her eyes, as are every other woman's, are instantly drawn to him, and surprisingly, his are on her as well. They spend the night getting to know each other, in all ways.
Both are shocked to see each other in class, her the student, but as they haven't stopped thinking about their time together, and Tristan did they to call her numerous times - number mix up - they can't deny what they've found is special and decide to see where it'll lead.
Unfortunately, Tristan's new teaching assistant was him for her own and vows revenge when she doesn't get her own way.
As Tristan and Ashley's relationship quickly progresses to serious, Tristan's job is in jeopardy and he must decide to fight for a position he wasn't happy in or go after what he really wants, his career in MMA. Either way, Ashley is his.
One-click now and follow along as two people find an instant connection then, upon realizing the rules forbid them to be together, must choose what's more important. Now, on a purely personal note, I think this was a good debut by this author. He sets the scene quite well, his characters aren't at all one-dimensional, they're complete. What I didn't care for, and this is strictly a preference on my part, was Tristan's best friend is also his former girlfriend/lover, and yes, she's still a big part of his life. No. That makes me uncomfortable as I can't help but put myself in the heroine's shoes, and she'll always have a woman her man used to sleep with in their life. Secondly, the teaching assistant. I understand why she was included and the part she played, but the same objective could've been accomplished without her sending nude photos to Tristan. I don't like the fact that this man, who is in a committed relationship, is seeing a naked woman on his phone, willingly or not. Again, this is just me, though I know others will have the same issues, but I did enjoy the story overall and this author's talent is easy to see. I look forward to watching him grow and will try other books in the future. - By Elizabeth
September 25, 2018
To say that I am impressed this is his first book, is an understatement. Wow, so impressed. This book starts out with Tristan’s time in the military and the things he saw and survived through. Fast forward and it’s his last weekend before he starts his job at the college teaching military history. He also trains and fights MMA as well. So he’s basically gonna be the tough hot teacher😉. He’s out at his best friend Dee’s before heading over to another bar, where he meets Ashley. These two have a great and wild night together...and she’s gone the next morning. This book goes through their hot af relationship, the issues with him being her teacher and him wanting to do what he wants not what his family expects of him.
For me this was a safe read, but for some, since he had dated his best friend in the past. It was safe for me, because I never felt like they still had anything more than a best friend relationship, but this could be a no go for others. There was some ow drama, one of his students just couldn’t take no for an answer, no om drama. I loved the shout out to his mom, Rochelle Paige, very cool. This book was also hot af, whew, not sure I was old enough to read that ice cream “outing”😉. I absolutely loved his sense of humor, this book had me laughing with his subtle sarcastic humor and I loved it. Her roommate was such a funny af handful, just so OTT. Shit ton of baby batter and an epilogue. I look forward to reading more from Mitchell Paige, congratulations on the great debut.
For me this was a safe read, but for some, since he had dated his best friend in the past. It was safe for me, because I never felt like they still had anything more than a best friend relationship, but this could be a no go for others. There was some ow drama, one of his students just couldn’t take no for an answer, no om drama. I loved the shout out to his mom, Rochelle Paige, very cool. This book was also hot af, whew, not sure I was old enough to read that ice cream “outing”😉. I absolutely loved his sense of humor, this book had me laughing with his subtle sarcastic humor and I loved it. Her roommate was such a funny af handful, just so OTT. Shit ton of baby batter and an epilogue. I look forward to reading more from Mitchell Paige, congratulations on the great debut.
September 26, 2018
A knock out of a book (pun intended)
This is the first book by Mitchell Paige and looks to be a series-in-the-making but each book will be stand alone.
The Great:
This is the first male-written romance that isn't a collaboration, that I have read. Therefore, I was pleasantly surprised as I didn't know what to expect. The book starts with a boom that you don't see coming in the prologue and it keeps you guessing a bit throughout the book. The characters were complex enough to get me intrigued by their dynamics and back story. Also can I say ❤❤, the shout-out to Rochelle Paige was a nice touch.
The good:
The story line was nice, and showed a part of Tristan that was vulnerable even though he had gone through alot already during war. The love story was paced well and it didn't feel like I was jumping from scene to scene. Also I enjoyed Ashley as a character and her quirks... because we all have those awkward girl moments.
The bad:
Ok.... the Florida line made me cringe a little. LMAO yes Florida gets some very wet rain seasons!
I also did wonder more about Ashley's back story. The same with the whole Dee and Tristan connection, but that's just my curious self. Other than that. Amazing first book looking forward to the others!
This is the first book by Mitchell Paige and looks to be a series-in-the-making but each book will be stand alone.
The Great:
This is the first male-written romance that isn't a collaboration, that I have read. Therefore, I was pleasantly surprised as I didn't know what to expect. The book starts with a boom that you don't see coming in the prologue and it keeps you guessing a bit throughout the book. The characters were complex enough to get me intrigued by their dynamics and back story. Also can I say ❤❤, the shout-out to Rochelle Paige was a nice touch.
The good:
The story line was nice, and showed a part of Tristan that was vulnerable even though he had gone through alot already during war. The love story was paced well and it didn't feel like I was jumping from scene to scene. Also I enjoyed Ashley as a character and her quirks... because we all have those awkward girl moments.
The bad:
Ok.... the Florida line made me cringe a little. LMAO yes Florida gets some very wet rain seasons!
I also did wonder more about Ashley's back story. The same with the whole Dee and Tristan connection, but that's just my curious self. Other than that. Amazing first book looking forward to the others!
September 27, 2018
**I received an ARC of this novel for an honest review**
This was the debut novel for Mitchell Paige and it was very good. I generally don’t expect much from first novels but this one was surprisingly well written. In this novel we meet Tristan who is a history professor that moonlights as a semi-pro MMA fighter. After losing his entire unit in war he needs the solace that fighting provides to him to clear his head. And he achieves it until he meets Ashley. She has broken his concentration and he can’t even get ahold of her. Until she shows up in his class. Ashley can’t stop thinking about Tristan and when he is the professor for her easy ‘A’ class she doesn’t know how to react.
The novel had some comical moments, more serious ones, and some seriously hot ones. It was fairly well written and as a novella it is a quick read. Definitely worth the $0.99 or if you have KU get it there.
This was the debut novel for Mitchell Paige and it was very good. I generally don’t expect much from first novels but this one was surprisingly well written. In this novel we meet Tristan who is a history professor that moonlights as a semi-pro MMA fighter. After losing his entire unit in war he needs the solace that fighting provides to him to clear his head. And he achieves it until he meets Ashley. She has broken his concentration and he can’t even get ahold of her. Until she shows up in his class. Ashley can’t stop thinking about Tristan and when he is the professor for her easy ‘A’ class she doesn’t know how to react.
The novel had some comical moments, more serious ones, and some seriously hot ones. It was fairly well written and as a novella it is a quick read. Definitely worth the $0.99 or if you have KU get it there.
October 1, 2018
Like Mother Like Son
The apple doesn't fall far from the tree in this Writing Family!!
Dreth wanted to wind down after his fight and clear his head before he started the Teaching job he had no choice but to take!! what he found was a perfect release, she left in the early morning, it should have been the right thing but something didn't sit right inside him with the way she left and he wanted more, so he rang the number she wrote on his hand but she never answered, so he resolved to try and forget her!! Easier said than done!
Ashley threw caution to the wind and had a one night stand, little did she expect to walk into College the following week only to find her ONS at the head of the class!! a chance meeting over frozen treats and a second night stand starts off a series of secret meetings and they fall in love until one person threatens everything they have found in each other!!!
The apple doesn't fall far from the tree in this Writing Family!!
Dreth wanted to wind down after his fight and clear his head before he started the Teaching job he had no choice but to take!! what he found was a perfect release, she left in the early morning, it should have been the right thing but something didn't sit right inside him with the way she left and he wanted more, so he rang the number she wrote on his hand but she never answered, so he resolved to try and forget her!! Easier said than done!
Ashley threw caution to the wind and had a one night stand, little did she expect to walk into College the following week only to find her ONS at the head of the class!! a chance meeting over frozen treats and a second night stand starts off a series of secret meetings and they fall in love until one person threatens everything they have found in each other!!!
September 25, 2018
This was a great debut book from Mitchell! It was extremely well written, he captured the H and h's personalities, thoughts and feelings really well! I could have done without so much description in scenes, it just kind of got drawn out...but that's just me. Sexy times were also well written and HOT (snausage?!?! lol). I wasn't a big fan of her friend Alexandria and felt much of her scenes in the book were fillers and unnecessary. Maybe I'm a fuddy duddy but I didn't think the bongs and smoking was needed in the book, it didn't add anything to the scene or story. But that is just my personal thoughts! I think Mitchell is very talented and shows a lot of promise, I look forward to reading more of his work!
*was gifted an ARC*
*was gifted an ARC*
September 25, 2018
Great debut!! Tristan & Ashley are quite interesting characters. ; ) Tristan has been forced into a job he's not sure he's right for, and has a dream that's being put to the side because of that job. When he meets Ashley, she turns his world upside down, but in a good way. Instead of being a distraction, she is the cause of his focus sharpening, dreams coming true - and of course lots of sexy time!! Oh, and the epilogue is super!! (You know how much I love a good epilogue or two!)
I don't read a lot of male romance authors, because their writing styles usually don't connect with me very well. This author's style has a bit of that - there were some scenes that had me wrinkling my nose. But overall, I enjoyed the story & the writing gets two thumbs up!! : )
I don't read a lot of male romance authors, because their writing styles usually don't connect with me very well. This author's style has a bit of that - there were some scenes that had me wrinkling my nose. But overall, I enjoyed the story & the writing gets two thumbs up!! : )
October 1, 2018
What a great book for this author’s debut book. The whole story line is very relatable and very passionate. Tristan and Ashley have that connection at the very beginning and there really is no drama or turmoil within their relationship. This couple has this way about them that they know what they want and they go get it. Yes they have to learn to cope that he is a professor and she is the student, but that is cake to what they feel for each other. Ashely brings out the passion to Tristan to keep doing what he loves and that is MMA fighting. What is really fun about this book is the inner monologue each character has; they have such great spunk and fire.
Can’t wait to read more in this series and this author really has it!
Can’t wait to read more in this series and this author really has it!
October 4, 2018
Tristan Dreth is a college professor by day and an MMA fighter by night. Heady combination! And believe me, Tristan is sex on a stick. A chance meeting with Ashley Cole and a one-night encounter with her leaves Tristan longing. Ashley is completely shocked when the hottest man she's ever met turns out to be her professor. There's no way these two can stay apart!
Great debut novel by Mitchell Paige! I found the military and fight scenes well done and the bedroom adventures "off the charts" hot! Son of Rochelle Paige, I can see that Mitchell hasn't fallen far from the tree. I look forward to reading more stories in this series! 4 stars
Great debut novel by Mitchell Paige! I found the military and fight scenes well done and the bedroom adventures "off the charts" hot! Son of Rochelle Paige, I can see that Mitchell hasn't fallen far from the tree. I look forward to reading more stories in this series! 4 stars
September 26, 2018
Received as an ARC for an honest review.
I have to admit, this story kind of started off kind of slow for me. I didn't know if I was going to like this story or not. As I got into the story the story got better for me. Tristan is a MMA fighter and Ashley is a student at a university. These two had some minor issues they had to deal with. But through it all, they made it through it and come out stronger. While this story had a slow start, the rest of the story was really good and had a nice flow. Nice debut, can't wait to read future books.
I have to admit, this story kind of started off kind of slow for me. I didn't know if I was going to like this story or not. As I got into the story the story got better for me. Tristan is a MMA fighter and Ashley is a student at a university. These two had some minor issues they had to deal with. But through it all, they made it through it and come out stronger. While this story had a slow start, the rest of the story was really good and had a nice flow. Nice debut, can't wait to read future books.
October 3, 2018
Ring her bell: knocked out and knocked up is without a doubt one of the most amazingly written books I have read. Mitchell Paige is an up and coming author who is so amazing that I honestly cannot wait until his next book. The story of Tristan and Ashley is a romance with a great storyline that makes you want more. It’s a story of everlasting love that makes you realize anything can happen when you find the one you are meant to be with. Thank you Rochelle Paige for sending me a copy of your son’s amazing book and thank you Mitchell Paige for writing it.
September 27, 2018
This is a brilliant breakout novella, it is the perfect combination of sweet and angsty. It hits you with all the feeling you want, I smiled, laughed and felt deeply for the characters. I fell quickly in love with it, I cannot wait to see what comes next! Brilliant Job Mitchell!
***Reviewed by Codie***
***Reviewed by Codie***
September 27, 2018
This is Mitchell Paiges first book, he definitely has talent and can't wait to see where goes next. MMA alpha romance book. Was sweet and raw. Tristen and Ashley are made for each other.and watching them fall for each other sweet and Hot.
Grab it now and know that even thought it's a Novella you still get all the feels.
Grab it now and know that even thought it's a Novella you still get all the feels.
September 26, 2018
It was a good first book. But I almost dnf'd after their initial a encounter. Weed and squeezing her neck during their first encounter (even consensual) turned me off. He turned me off. Couldn't turn it around and skimmed the rest of the book.
September 27, 2018
Awesome read!!!
Loved this boom!! Connected with all the main characters from the get go!! The instant pull of Ashley and Tristan was great the sparks flew off the pages between these two!! Can’t wait for the next book!!!
Loved this boom!! Connected with all the main characters from the get go!! The instant pull of Ashley and Tristan was great the sparks flew off the pages between these two!! Can’t wait for the next book!!!
November 6, 2018
Enjoyable quick read!! There is a lot of potential with this author. Dreth & Ashley were lovable, but at times I wasn’t feeling it between them. There were a few parts that were cheesy. This was an intsa-love romance. Was a good read. Told in dual POV.
September 25, 2018
review to come
September 26, 2018
Good first story. Interested in seeing where they go from here. Lots of funny moments, sexy moments and hot moments. Good job.
September 26, 2018
Fantastic
What a brilliant first book from Mr Paige!!! I can’t wait for more and he is definitely going to be one of my go to authors
What a brilliant first book from Mr Paige!!! I can’t wait for more and he is definitely going to be one of my go to authors
September 27, 2018
Truly enjoyed Tristan and Ashley. Sexy and made for one another. She gave him the vision he needed to follow his dream. No more living for the trust fund, but foe himself. I can't wait for book 2.
September 30, 2018
Boxing
I have never read a boxing romance and your book was absolutely amazing. I hope to read many more from you.
I have never read a boxing romance and your book was absolutely amazing. I hope to read many more from you.
October 2, 2018
Nice, Quick Read
This was a cute forbidden romance novella that I enjoyed very much. The characters were well written and the story was well done.
This was a cute forbidden romance novella that I enjoyed very much. The characters were well written and the story was well done.
July 20, 2019
Hot
What am amazing story of lust,longing, and happily ever after!! Cannot wait to read more. I really enjoyed Tristan and Ashleys story cannot wait to see what more is to come. Did not want this story to end.
What am amazing story of lust,longing, and happily ever after!! Cannot wait to read more. I really enjoyed Tristan and Ashleys story cannot wait to see what more is to come. Did not want this story to end.
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